Waste heat capture technology wins 2024 Earthshot Prize in Cape Town

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Prince William announced the winners of the 2024 Earthshot Prize, which includes five projects aimed at addressing environmental issues. Each winner receives £1 million to expand their initiatives. One notable winner is Advanced Photovoltaic Systems from Canada, which developed a technology to convert waste heat into electricity without moving parts. This innovation targets the significant energy loss in industrial processes. Other winners include Keep It Cool from Kenya, which creates solar-powered refrigeration for small farms, and the Green Africa Youth Organisation, focused on waste management and community education. The awards were presented in Cape Town, South Africa.


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